Project Manager: Resource Security 100%

You have the expertise. We have the salt.

Without salt, life is bland!

The Swiss saltworks ensure the salt supply of Switzerland on behalf of the cantons and the Principality of Liechtenstein. In doing so, the Swiss saltworks not only fulfill their supply mandate but also ensure – especially in harsh winters – flawless mobility for the entire population. If you would like to support the Swiss saltworks in this important task with your know-how and skills, apply now as Project Manager: Resource Security 100%

Objective of the position: 

The access and securing of salt deposits are of central importance to us. In this versatile and responsible role, you contribute to ensuring that our most important resources are still available tomorrow. Together with the head of resource security, you ensure that spatial planning and legal procedures are well-structured, efficient, and implemented in a timely manner.

What you can achieve with us

• 45 % – Management and implementation of approval procedures (strategic planning, land use planning, building permits, solar field planning, land security) for existing and future solar fields
• 25 % – Planning, organization, and execution of public information events related to resource security
• 10 % – Close collaboration with internal departments (geology, engineering, operations, communication) and external partners for successful project implementation
• 10 % – Stakeholder management: Maintaining trusting relationships with authorities, landowners, tenants, residents, and NGOs
• 10 % – Participation in strategic tasks such as the further development of the resource strategy, organization and evaluation of resource discussions, and management of lease areas in the canton of BL; additionally, you represent the department as a contact person for ecological sustainability in the solar fields

Your qualities as a professional and a person

• University degree (Master's or Diploma) in geology, spatial planning, geography, agronomy, environmental/civil engineering, or related fields
• At least 2-3 years of relevant professional experience in a similar environment
• Solid project management know-how (including tools & processes) 
• Good understanding of Swiss spatial planning, geological, and environmental legal contexts
• Ideally, knowledge in brine mining, civil engineering, or related fields
• Diplomatic skills, structured working style, persuasive communication skills, and enjoyment in dealing with different stakeholders

What we offer you

• A responsible, sustainable, and meaningful task with great scope for design
• Interdisciplinary collaboration at the interface of technology, environment, and public interest and authorities
• Collegial working environment and modern employment conditions
• Modern working forms with high personal responsibility
• Workplace in Pratteln with occasional assignments in the solar fields of Schweizerhalle and Riburg (Möhlin)

With us, you are an important link in the team. Short decision-making paths and proximity to all management levels make this function an exciting challenge. Don't miss the chance to get to know us! We look forward not only to your resume but to you as a personality and person!

Ready to secure the future with us?

Then we look forward to your application!